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-====== Trotec Speedy 100 Laser Cutter======+====== Thunder Laser Nova 35 100W Laser Cutter======
  
  
-^             Trotec Speedy 100                                            ^ +^             Nova35 100W                                          ^ 
-|         {{ :tools:trotecspeedy:trotec_speedy.jpg?nolink&200 |}}            |+|         {{ :tools:thunderlaser:nova35.jpg?nolink&400 |}}            |
 | **Tool Type:**                  Laser cutter                                | | **Tool Type:**                  Laser cutter                                |
 | **Location:**                   Elings 3430                                | | **Location:**                   Elings 3430                                |
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 | **Description:**                Laser cutter and engraver                           | | **Description:**                Laser cutter and engraver                           |
-| **Manufacturer:**               Trotec                           |+| **Manufacturer:**               ThunderLaser USA                         |
  
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 ===== About ===== ===== About =====
  
-The Trotec Laser Cutter uses a 30-60W CO2 laser to cut and engrave various materials. It utilizes CorelDraw as a 2D sketch manager, which is then imported into Trotec's specific cutting software. CorelDraw can be used to create the 2D sketch, however importing a DXF file or PDF into CorelDraw from Solidworks or other CAD packages is preferred due the CAD packages integrated features and functions.+The Nova35 is a 100 Watt CO2 laser cutter with a 60cm x 90cm (23.6” x 35.4”) bed. It requires training to use, as well as an FBS reservation. Three different cutting heads are available for use: The standard 2” head for most applications, a 4” head for cutting materials thicker than 10mm (0.4”), and a high resolution head for cutting & engraving the finest features. [[https://www.thunderlaser.com/video/different-laser-heads-of-thunderlaser-system/ | More info about laser cutter head selection and installation here.]] 
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 +This laser cutter uses a software package called Lightburn for both layout and cutting. Through this software, you can control almost every aspect of the laser cutter. These instructions will help you perform a basic cut or engraving. For additional information,[[https://docs.lightburnsoftware.com/latest/ | please look through the Official Lightburn Documentation.]] 
  
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 ===== Safety Concerns ===== ===== Safety Concerns =====
  
-This laser engraving system contains a class 4 carbon dioxide (CO2) laser that emits intensive and invisible laser radiation. Without safety precautions the direct radiation or even diffuse reflected radiation is dangerous!  +This machine uses a class 4 carbon dioxide (CO2) laser that emits intense and invisible laser radiation. Without safety precautions the direct radiation or even diffuse reflected radiation is dangerous! 
-  * Always wear safety glasses when using the machine. +
-  * Always work with the machine cover closed.+
   * NEVER leave the laser machine alone when running a job. If you do need to leave, make sure there is someone else nearby who is aware that it is on and cutting.   * NEVER leave the laser machine alone when running a job. If you do need to leave, make sure there is someone else nearby who is aware that it is on and cutting.
   * The machine door must be left open while you are away.   * The machine door must be left open while you are away.
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   * Remove leftovers of previously produced materials before running a job.   * Remove leftovers of previously produced materials before running a job.
   * A fire extinguisher/fire blanket must always be handy as the laser beam can ignite flammable materials.    * A fire extinguisher/fire blanket must always be handy as the laser beam can ignite flammable materials. 
-  * Metals, particularly un-coated aluminum, copper in particular, silver and gold, cannot be processed with the laser and lead to high reflections of the laser beam. If needed, metals can be coated with a paint/tape which chemically bonds to the surface when engraved. +  * Metals, particularly un-coated aluminum, copper in particular, silver and gold, cannot be processed with the laser and lead to high reflections of the laser beam. 
   * Before processing materials the user must verify whether harmful materials can be generated and whether the filter equipment of the exhaust system is suitable for the harmful materials.   * Before processing materials the user must verify whether harmful materials can be generated and whether the filter equipment of the exhaust system is suitable for the harmful materials.
   * PVC (polyvinyl chloride) must under no circumstances be processed with the laser.   * PVC (polyvinyl chloride) must under no circumstances be processed with the laser.
   * Looking directly into the laser can cause retinal damage.    * Looking directly into the laser can cause retinal damage. 
   * Confirm that the fume collection system is running whenever the laser is cutting or engraving.    * Confirm that the fume collection system is running whenever the laser is cutting or engraving. 
-  * Whenever heat is a concern, please use the nitrogen air assist. This includes cutting features with high surface density, or cutting materials that like to melt, such as delrin.+  * Ensure that the air-assist is working properly before firing the laser. If the air assist is malfunctioning, the laser cannot be safely operated.
  
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 ===== Training Documentation ===== ===== Training Documentation =====
  
-[[Laser Cutter Training SOP]]+[[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kPhiPp4SYmkbiYNzdwKwaeetjccXamW6RvnTMXcKyEM/edit?usp=sharing | Laser Cutter Training SOP]]
  
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 ===== Detailed Specifications ===== ===== Detailed Specifications =====
-  * Working area (W x D): 24 x 12 in +  * Working area (W x D): 90 cm x 60 cm or 35.4" x 23.6" 
-  * Max. height of workpiece : 5.2 in +  * Max. height of workpiece : 230 mm or 9" 
-  * Loading area (W x D): 27 in x 17 in +  * Overall dimensions (W x D x H): 1500 x 1105 x 1040 mm or 59.1" x 43.5" 40.9" 
-  * Overall dimensions (W x D x H): 40 x 31 x 40 in +  * CO2 Laser power: up to 100W 
-  * Max. processing speed: 1.8 m/s +  * Laser class:4 
-  * Max. acceleration: 1,969 ips² +  * Weight: 310 kg or 680 lb
-  * Technology motion system: Brushless DC servo motors +
-  * Laser power CO2: 30 - 60W +
-  * Laser class:2 +
-  * Weight: 150 kg+
   * Power consumption: 1 ~ AC 110-230V 50/60Hz, 1.3 kW (60 watts)   * Power consumption: 1 ~ AC 110-230V 50/60Hz, 1.3 kW (60 watts)
 +  * Resolution: 500 DPI standard, 1000 DPI with High-Res head
  
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 ===== Reference Documentation ===== ===== Reference Documentation =====
  
-{{:tools:trotecspeedy:marking_tape_notes.pdf|Marking Tape/Paint}} +{{:tools:trotecspeedy:marking_tape_notes.pdf|Marking Tape/Paint}} \\ 
- +{{:wiki:sop_s:methylene_chloride_sop.pdf|Bonding Acrylic with Methylene Chloride}} \\ 
-{{:tools:trotecspeedy:atmos_compact_operationmanual_v1_13_gb.pdf|Atmos Compact Operation Manual}} +[[https://thunderlaser.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/User-manual-NOVA35.pdf|Thunder Laser Manual]]\\
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-{{:tools:trotecspeedy:servicemanual_8003v14.pdf|Service Manual}} +
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-{{:tools:trotecspeedy:synrad_laserprocessingguide_plastics.pdf|Plastic Processing Guide}} +
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-{{:tools:trotecspeedy:trotec_job_control_software_manual.pdf|Job Control Software Manual}} +
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-{{:wiki:sop_s:methylene_chloride_sop.pdf|Bonding Acrylic with Methylene Chloride}}+
  
 [[Laser cutting data]] [[Laser cutting data]]
  
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